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Dr. David Penman is a Fetal Medicine Specialist with over 30 years of experience.

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Dr David Penman
Fertility Specialist

Dr. Penman has over 30 years of experience as a Consultant Gynaecologist and Fetal Medicine Specialist. He has a fully private baby scan and gynaecology clinic based in Gillingham, Kent and gynaecology clinic at the Spire Alexandra Hospital, Walderslade.

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Office – 01634 393113
Mobile – 07943 951912 (Secretary Helen)

Hours

You can usually reach Helen by phone from 9am – 5pm on weekdays, and from 10am – 4pm on Saturdays. If you are calling outside of these hours, we recommend ringing 111 for advice on what to do

Email

helenfmu@gmail.com

Location

Fetal Medicine UK
Hempstead Therapy Centre
Unit 28C Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre
Gillingham, Kent
ME7 3PD

Gynaecology proceedures are completed at The Spire Alexandra.
To book your consultation click here.

About Dr Penman

You can trust that you are in safe hands with Dr Penman’s expertise.


He trained at St Thomas’ Hospital, London before doing his fetal medicine specialty training in Bristol. He moved to Kent in 1997 where he took up a consultant post. He holds his baby scan clinic at Hempstead Therapy Centre in Gillingham and gynaecology clinic at the Spire Alexandra Hospital, Walderslade.
Dr. Penman’s practice, Fetal Medicine UK, is fully registered and inspected by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) ensuring that you receive the best possible care and service.

In 2025, Dr Penman’s Groundbreaking research was featured in the Top Netflix mini series Toxic Town where he is played by Philip Childs. David’s knowledge and perseverance helped expose the dreadful Corby poisoning scandal.

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FAQs Answered By Dr Penman

There are many factors at play when choosing a private doctor; experience, qualifications, and specialisms are just some of these. Dr Penman is an expert in his field and has supported 1000’s of families in their fertility and pregnancy journeys.

Here are some frequently asked questions surrounding pregnancy, fertility & baby scans to support you in your journey. Do get in touch should you wish to ask anything further, if you feel an appointment is right for you, our clinic is open 6 days a week and appointments can be booked online.

Depending on how far along in pregnancy will depend on the scan most suitable.

6-11 Weeks – Viability/Reassurance Scan
11 +1 to 13+6 Weeks – Nuchal Scan
14 to 19+6 Weeks – Early Growth Scan (Gender Available)
20-24 Weeks – Anomaly Scan (Gender Available)
24 to 33-35 Weeks – Late Growth/Wellbeing Scan

if you are unsure how to calculate how far along in Pregnancy you are, be sure to use our Pregnancy calculator.

Due Date Calculator

Estimates only. Dating scans are the most accurate way to confirm gestational age and due date.

Dr Penman knows how important your baby scans are to you. Every baby scan includes:
A medical report of the scan for your records
A CD of your baby scan images
A DVD of moving 4D scan images Please note we do not charge for 3D and 4D as at some stages, it is not always possible to get good images in early pregnancy.
A safe, inclusive environment
Longer appointment times
High-quality, professional care from Dr Penman, Consultant Fetal Medicine Specialist

3D and 4D are usually possible from around 12 weeks of pregnancy. 3D and 4D baby scans offer a chance for you to see baby in more detail and, in the case of 4D, in real-time. This can help you get a better idea of what baby will look like when they arrive.
Dr. Penman cannot guarantee the clarity of these images as various things affect how baby’s scan images appear, such as:
Baby’s position
Number of babies
Maternal BMI
Dr. Penman will, of course, do his utmost to get the best images possible of your baby.

Dr. Penman is very happy to be offer his baby scan Medway clinic and allows up to 3 people to accompany his patients during a baby scan.
Children are allowed, however we ask that under 5’s must have an adult sit with them throughout the scan. This cannot be the patient themselves.

Dr. Penman offers scans for single babies as well as multiples (twins, triplets, etc.).
Scans for multiples take longer than scans for single babies and are also priced differently. When booking, please do make sure that you book in for the right scan, all prices are listed on the booking link.
If you book for a single-baby scan only to find out you are expecting multiples, Dr. Penman will do his best to obtain all the information within the allotted timeframe, but please be aware that you may need to book another appointment.

As a reputable Doctor in Fetal Medicine, Dr Penman is transparent with his terms and conditions which are available here should you wish to read them.
Dr Penman is registered as part of the Care Quality commission his report can be found here